1993 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 86 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Austin Montego (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
